Lead Airframe F&DT Engineer - Stress & Damage Tolerance

Airbus Helicopters

Kraków

Hybrid

PLN 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Polska Sp. z o.o. is seeking a Lead F&DT Engineer to anchor engineering for primary airframe structures. You will guide stress analysis, FAT/DT activities, and drive decisions across major programs, while mentoring a growing team of engineers in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, advanced simulation proficiency (HyperWorks, Nastran/Patran, Abaqus), and implementation of automation workflows (Python) to improve processes and fleet safety across programs.

Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering.
Several years of experience in Fatigue & Damage Tolerance and associated Process, Methods & Tools.
Proven leadership, mentoring, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Lead complex F&DT analysis work packages, establish technical guidelines, approve stress dossiers, and mitigate engineering risks.
Define structural validation strategies for new programs and fleet updates with chief engineers and airworthiness authorities.
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to ensure high quality, consistency and skill development across the team.
Drive technical innovation by integrating advanced simulation techniques, automation workflows (Python), and structural health strategies.
Steer critical fleet issue investigations, complex repair validations, and multidisciplinary trade studies with design, manufacturing, and test teams.